PCB Assembler

Company: Gattaca
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Location: Portsmouth
Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Production Operative / PCB Assembler to join a growing manufacturing team within a high-quality Defence and Aerospace environment.

About the Role

This role is ideal for candidates with a background in electronic assembly, PCB manufacturing, wiring, cable assembly and harness build.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble PCBs, cable harnesses, wiring looms and electronic assemblies.
  • Carry out soldering, wiring and over-moulding activities.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics and work instructions.
  • Ensure all work is completed to the highest quality standards.
  • Follow IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, J-STD-001 and other relevant manufacturing standards where applicable.
  • Adhere to Health & Safety and environmental procedures.
  • Support continuous improvement and 5S activities within production.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in PCB assembly, electronics assembly or cable and harness assembly.
  • Strong soldering and wiring experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructions.
  • Experience within Defence, Aerospace or a regulated manufacturing environment is advantageous.
  • IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620 or J-STD-001 certification is desirable.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a right-first-time approach.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

Required Skills

  • Strong soldering and wiring experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and assembly instructions.
  • Excellent attention to detail and a right-first-time approach.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience within Defence, Aerospace or a regulated manufacturing environment is advantageous.
  • IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620 or J-STD-001 certification is desirable.

Pay range and compensation package

  • Option to purchase additional annual leave
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Life assurance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Health plan and cycle-to-work scheme
  • Ongoing training and career development
  • Early finish every Friday

Equal Opportunity Statement

This opportunity would suit a PCB Assembler, SMT Technician, Electronics Assembler, Cable & Harness Technician, Wire Person or Production Technician looking to progress within a highly regulated engineering and manufacturing environment.

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Posted: July 10th, 2026